About EPA

Procedure: Complying with EPA.gov "Look and Feel"

The procedures for standardizing the layout of EPA’s public access Web pages with a consistent “Look and Feel.”

Web Standard: Web Area URLs

EPA web standard that says there will be only 1 URL for a web area

Web Standard: Graphics (Images, photos, infographics)

Specific standards of image resolution and alt text for decorative photos, explanatory photos, and banners apply to all graphics on legacy sites, web applications, and WebCMS content.

Successfully Preparing Your Website for Review

Common issues in draft websites reviewed by EPA's Office of Digital Communications that result in multiple rounds of review; such as lack of focus on key audiences' top tasks, not using plain language and conciseness, and unclear titles and headings.

Web Standard: Writing for the Web

Using plain language and organizing content so that it is scannable on a screen are both vital to Writing for the Web, which also includes good link text, good headers, and spelling out acronyms.

Web Standard: Archive

EPA web standard for web content that is no longer maintained and separated from the active content collection but to be kept available to the public for historic or reference purposes.

Next Gen Fertilizer Innovations Challenge Winners

list of Nutrient Sensor Action Challenge winners for Stage 1

About Human Subjects Research

Overview of EPA's Program in Human Research Ethics and Oversight, including definitions, requirements for HSRRO approval, how EPA protects human subjects, and more info information related to the PHREO.

EPA Finalizes Solvent 1,4-Dioxane TSCA Risk Evaluation

EPA has released its final supplement to the risk evaluation and final risk determination for the solvent 1,4-dioxane under TSCA.

EPA Posts Final Endangered Species Act Biological Opinion for Enlist Herbicide Products

The EPA is seeking public comment on the National Marine Fisheries Service’s opinion for the insecticides carbaryl and methomyl.

EEFs: Environmental and Agronomic Challenge

EPA's list of Next Gen Fertilizer Challenge phase 1 winners to moving forward into Phase 2.

Energy and Environment Guide to Action - Chapter 3: Funding and Financial Incentive Policies

Discusses funding and financial incentive programs that have been developed by states and contributed to greater sectoral coverage, partnerships with businesses, and reduced risk associated with investments.

On-Site Renewable Energy Generation

Find out about the approaches that local governments can use to advance climate and energy goals by meeting some or all of their electricity needs through on-site renewable energy generation.

CSC Tip Sheets: Working with Contractors

Learn how to work with contractors who contribute to reducing greenhouse gases and saving energy. They are critical to the reputation, integrity, and quality of many programs.

CSC Tip Sheets: Traditional Media Strategies

Use traditional media—such as TV, radio, and print—can bring attention to newsworthy programs, raise their visibility, and motivate participation.

Energy and Environment Guide to Action - Chapter 4.3: Building Codes for Energy Efficiency

Provides guidance and recommendations for establishing, implementing, and evaluating state building codes for energy efficiency, which improve energy efficiency in new construction and major renovations. State success stories are included for reference.